Synonyms of explore

explore

verb

ik-ˈsplȯr 

1

as in to investigate

to search through or into

communities must explore new ways of raising money for their cultural institutions

Synonyms & Similar Words

• investigate
• examine
• inspect
• study
• research
• view
• scan
• look (into)
• inquire (into)
• delve (into)
• probe
• dig (into)
• check up on
• check into
• peruse
• sift
• browse
• thumb (through)
• skim (through)
• surf
• reinvestigate
• cruise

2

as in to search

to go into or range over for purposes of discovery

we must continue to explore the depths of the ocean

Synonyms & Similar Words

• search
• discover
• hunt
• prospect
• probe
• reveal
• skirr
• scout
• disclose
• reconnoiter
• unearth
• fathom
• plumb
• sound

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of explore

Røyneland said his focus in terms of the impact of Henki, which explores the story of the first man in Norway who was diagnosed with HIV, has been closer to home. — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 30 Sep. 2026

His practice brings together photography, moving image, archival materials, and found objects, often exploring ideas around impermanence, insecurity, and memory. — George Nelson, ARTnews.com, 30 Sep. 2026

Still, the company noted that while the appetite to explore through new technology is strong, most people are still not buying products directly through AI platforms. — Laya Neelakandan, CNBC, 30 Sep. 2026

Dickies x Pull&Bear explores the evolution of workwear through three chapters. — Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2026